Population

BarbadosvsSaint Vincent and the Grenadines
This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Barbados is higher
Nominal GDP
Barbados is higher
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
Barbados’ population is 181% larger than that of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a difference of 181,851.
Surface area
Barbados’ surface area is 10% larger than that of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a difference of 40 km².
Population density
Barbados’ population density is 155% higher than that of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a difference of 399 /km².
Nominal GDP
Barbados’ nominal GDP is 548% larger than that of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a difference of $6.34 billion.
GDP per capita
Barbados’ GDP per capita is 131% higher than that of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a difference of $15,044.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Bridgetown
Kingstown
Population
282,467
100,616
Surface area
430 km²
390 km²
Population density
657 /km²
258 /km²
Nominal GDP
$7.50 billion · 2024
$1.16 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$26,545 · 2024
$11,501 · 2024
Region
Americas
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Caribbean
Currency
Barbadian dollar · BBD · Bds$
Eastern Caribbean dollar · XCD · $
Nationality
Barbadian
Saint Vincentian, Vincentian
Phone code
+1
+1
Internet domain
.bb
.vc
ISO codes
BB / BRB
VC / VCT
Time zone
America/Barbados
America/St_Vincent
Native name
Barbados
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
| Measure | Barbados | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Bridgetown | Kingstown |
| Population | 282,467 | 100,616 |
| Surface area | 430 km² | 390 km² |
| Population density | 657 /km² | 258 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $7.50 billion · 2024 | $1.16 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $26,545 · 2024 | $11,501 · 2024 |
| Region | Americas | Americas |
| Subregion | Caribbean | Caribbean |
| Currency | Barbadian dollar · BBD · Bds$ | Eastern Caribbean dollar · XCD · $ |
| Nationality | Barbadian | Saint Vincentian, Vincentian |
| Phone code | +1 | +1 |
| Internet domain | .bb | .vc |
| ISO codes | BB / BRB | VC / VCT |
| Time zone | America/Barbados | America/St_Vincent |
| Native name | Barbados | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
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AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Barbados
Barbados, the easternmost island of the Caribbean, enchants with its golden beaches, vibrant music, and a blend of British and African heritage that creates a uniquely welcoming atmosphere.
Full Barbados profile →About Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an island nation situated in the Lesser Antilles, a volcanic chain in the southern Windward Islands of the West Indies, bordering the Caribbean Sea to the southwest and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It is a vibrant country known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and unique culture.
Full Saint Vincent and the Grenadines profile →Barbados & Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Barbados?
The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.
What is the population of Barbados?
Barbados has a recorded population of approximately 282,467 people.
How big is Barbados?
Barbados covers an area of about 430 km².
What is the population density of Barbados?
Barbados has a population density of roughly 657 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Barbados?
Barbados has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $7.50 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Barbados?
Barbados has a GDP per capita of approximately $26,545.
What currency is used in Barbados?
Barbados uses the Barbadian dollar (BBD), with the symbol Bds$.
Where is Barbados located?
Barbados is located in the Caribbean, Americas.
What are people from Barbados called?
People from Barbados are referred to as Barbadian.
What is the phone calling code for Barbados?
The international dialing code for Barbados is +1.
What is the internet domain for Barbados?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Barbados is .bb.
What time zone is Barbados in?
Barbados uses the America/Barbados time zone.
What is Barbados known for?
Barbados, the easternmost island of the Caribbean, enchants with its golden beaches, vibrant music, and a blend of British and African heritage that creates a uniquely welcoming atmosphere.
What is the capital of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The capital of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is Kingstown.
What is the population of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a recorded population of approximately 100,616 people.
How big is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines covers an area of about 390 km².
What is the population density of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a population density of roughly 258 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $1.16 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a GDP per capita of approximately $11,501.
What currency is used in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), with the symbol $.
Where is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines located?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is located in the Caribbean, Americas.
What are people from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines called?
People from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are referred to as Saint Vincentian, Vincentian.
What is the phone calling code for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The international dialing code for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is +1.
What is the internet domain for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is .vc.
What time zone is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses the America/St_Vincent time zone.
What is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines known for?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an island nation situated in the Lesser Antilles, a volcanic chain in the southern Windward Islands of the West Indies, bordering the Caribbean Sea to the southwest and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It is a vibrant country known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and unique culture.